25 hp (18.6 kW) EFI engine with Electronic Throttle Control
48-in (122 cm), 54-in. (137 cm) and 60-in. (152 cm) High Capacity mower deck
22.5-in seat with armrests and ComfortGlide™ suspension
4-year/500-hour bumper-to-bumper warranty
Features may include:
Comfortable ride delivered by an operator station with premium controls and ComfortGlide™ suspension
The operator station is designed to provide superior operator comfort for many different operators:
Large, comfortable foot platform
Plenty of legroom for comfortable operation
Isolated with thick rubber spacers to minimize vibration
Standard rubber floor mat for extra foot comfort
Standard rubber toe board mat to stretch your legs in comfort
Standard foot pegs allow various comfortable positions for your feet
Adjustable seat position, armrests, and spring suspension to suit each operator
Control panel conveniently located to the right of the seat
Adjustable premium motion-control levers
Premium motion control levers have extra bends and material for greater operator comfort
Upper and lower positioning combined with forward and rearward tilt offers more legroom and hand positions
COMFORTABLE SEAT
The comfortable seat has two suspension springs, fore-aft seat adjustment and ComfortGlide suspension:
A high-back, 22.5-in. (57.1-cm) seat with thick foam padding for good support and comfort
Armrests for extra support
3-in. (7.6-cm) no-tools, fore-aft adjustment
SEAT SUSPENSION
Two long, steel springs to absorb shocks when traveling over rougher areas
ComfortGlide is an additional system that allows a controlled fore and aft movement of the seat when experiencing undulations in uneven terrain. (M and R Series only)
Dramatically reduces horizontal vibrations and reduces jarring
Feel of ride is as if the operator is floating over the ground
Makes a big improvement to operator ride comfort
Allows front to rear movement, 1-in. (2.5-cm) forward and 1-in. (2.5-cm) rearward, to be absorbed
One lever with three positions
Slide seat fore/aft up to 3 in. (7.6 cm)
Engage isolator function to allow movement up to 1 in. (2.5 cm) fore and aft
Disengage isolator function to lock seat in position
Easy-to-see-and-use advanced instrument display with electric fuel gauge and controls
CONTROL CONSOLE INCLUDES AN EASY-TO-READ FUEL GAUGE
The control console is located to the right of the operator station and includes the following:
Ignition switch
Power take-off (PTO) control (yellow)
Light switch
Space for an additional electric control switch
Engine speed controls (orange)
The Z545R engine is equipped with electronic fuel injection (EFI) and electronic throttle control (ETC) that permit simplified electronic control of engine speed and power for optimum performance in varying conditions:
MAX – full power and performance for the toughest mowing conditions, such as longer, thicker grass
ECO – fuel saving setting for easier mowing conditions, such as shorter or dryer grass
MIN – engine idle speed for transport, loading/unloading, etc.
of cut - High capacity mower deck: 122 cm (48 in.) | without mower: 1237 mm (48.7 in.) | with mower: 1585 mm (62.4 in.) | with mower (deflector raised for storage): 1361 mm (53.6 in.)
Mower cut: 2.5-10.2 cm (1-4 in.) | Cut increments: 0.64 cm (0.25 in.) | ROPS in folded position: 1250 mm (49.2 in.) / ROPS in raised position: 1821 mm (71.7 in.)
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Kawasaki
Specifications
2025
John Deere
Z500 Series
Z545R
Zero-Turn Mower
model number: HTR EFI/ETC
18.6 kW (25 hp)
724 cc (44.2 cu in.)
V-twin
Full pressure with replaceable filter, capacity: 1.9 L (2 U.S. qt)
Overhead valve
method: Air
Electric gauge and fuel level sight line
Electric
169.5 Nm (125 lb-ft)
Dual hydros: Tuff Torq TZT7-M with 1-in. (2.5-cm) axles
speed control: Separate control levers
Mower: V-belt | Pto: V-belt
caster tires: 13x6.5-6 | Drive: 23x10.5-12
12 V / 300 CCA
Forward: 0-14.5 km/h (0-9 mph) | Reverse: 0-7.2 km/h (0-4.5 mph) | and direction control: Twin premium levers
Heavy-duty frame tubing
Fore-aft adjustment - While seated: 7.6 cm (3 in.) | Mower deck material: 9 gauge, 3.8 mm (0.150 in.) | Slope operating limit: 15 degrees, 10 degrees with an MCS
back - High back with armrests and ComfortGlide™: 57.1 cm (22.5 in.)
of cut - High capacity mower deck: 122 cm (48 in.) | without mower: 1237 mm (48.7 in.) | with mower: 1585 mm (62.4 in.) | with mower (deflector raised for storage): 1361 mm (53.6 in.)
Mower cut: 2.5-10.2 cm (1-4 in.) | Cut increments: 0.64 cm (0.25 in.) | ROPS in folded position: 1250 mm (49.2 in.) / ROPS in raised position: 1821 mm (71.7 in.)
1250 mm (49.2 in.)
2080 mm (81.9 in.)
tank: 17 L (4.5 U.S. gal.)
Maximum: 113 kg (250 lb )
375 kg (826 lb)
Primer/paint: E-coat/powder | Front caster bearings: Sealed ball bearings | Mower deck: High-capacity side discharge